7Th & 8Th Grade English Language Arts Teacher Resume Example Company Name

7TH & 8TH GRADE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER

Professional Summary

An enthusiastic, engaging and experienced educator seeking to transition into a leadership role within the district.

Skills

Work History

7th & 8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher, 09/2010 to Current
Company Name – City, State

Inclusion and Social Emotional/Behavioral Support Classroom Team
Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
Set class objectives and monitored daily performance to offer equal access to education.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Collaborated with other faculty members to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Developed and deepened relationships with students, family members and faculty to promote optimal student learning environments.
Boosted student morale through positive reinforcement to motivate students.
Coordinated education-based field trips from start to completion.
Collected, analyzed and tracked data on student progress using Star Renaissance and Vocabulary.com to update and enhance learning plans.
Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects for English, Science and Social Studies.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.

Website Coordinator and Building Rep , 09/2016 to 06/2020
Company Name – City, State

Completely updated and redesigned user experience for the Agawam Education Association website.
Designed graphics for website decoration and layout.
Troubleshot issues with websites and fixed scripting and use issues.
Maintained website..
Configured and purchased domains for websites.
Identified and eliminated website bugs to improve user experience.

Long Term Substitute, English Language Arts, 10/2009 to 06/2010
Company Name – City, State

Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
Developed age-appropriate lesson content for literature pieces including short stories, poetry, plays and non-fiction to meet diverse learning styles.
Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.

Sales & Import Supervisor, 09/2005 to 01/2009
Company Name – City, State

Planned and arranged meetings with external organizations and individuals, enabling all parties to meet and discuss project progress.
Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows as needed.
Maintained project schedules by managing timelines and making proactive adjustments.
Coordinated shipments of product from country of origin to final destination by both air and land transport.
Developed tracking reports, which alleviated customer calls and boosted time savings.
Confirmed accurate freight duties and bills of lading for shipments by collaborating with customs brokers.
Coordinated scheduling and booking of monthly transportations.
Maintained open communication with customers and overseas partners to update all parties on order and shipping changes.

Education

Master of Education: Middle & Secondary Education, Concentration in ELA, 05/2015
American International College - City

Bachelor of Arts: Writing, 05/2003
Ithaca College - City

Accomplishments

Additional Information

LICENSURE : Commonwealth of Massachusetts Teaching License English 5-8, 8-12 Initial

ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Excellence in Inclusive Practices Award 2019, Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award 2017, Peace Builder Award 2015

COMMITTEES/CLUBS: Strategic Planning Committee, Instructional Support Team, Writer's Club Advisor, Beauty Day Founder and Coordinator

REFERENCES:

Karen Albano, Interim Elementary Principal at Phelps Elementary School

413-530-8119

Norman C. Robbins, Principal at Agawam Junior High School

413-626-2268

Amy DiStefano, English Teacher at Agawam Junior High School

413-537-0568

Ann Theriault, Special Education Teacher at Agawam Junior High School

413-896-3872

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Degrees

Master of Education : Middle & Secondary Education, Concentration in ELA , 05/2015
Bachelor of Arts : Writing , 05/2003